Diclonice Information
Diclonice is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Pain, Muscle Pain. The alternative uses of Diclonice have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Diclonice. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Diclonice can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Diclonice normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Diclonice is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Diclonice related warnings talks about Diclonice's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Diclonice can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Diclonice in conditions like Liver Disease, Stomach Infection, Skin Rash. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Diclonice contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Diclonice with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Diclonice is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Diclonice Benefits & Uses
Diclonice is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Pain
- Rheumatic Pain
Other Benefits
- Headache
- Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
- Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
- Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
- Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
- Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
- Neck Pain (Read More - Home remedies for neck pain)
- Wrist Pain (Read More - Wrist Pain Relief: Top Home Remedies You Should Try)
- Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
- Sciatica (Read More - Home Remedies for Sciatica: Alleviate Pain Naturally)
- Foot Pain (Read More - How to Ease Foot Pain at Home with Natural Techniques)
Diclonice Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Diclonice Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diclonice is used -
Severe
- पेट दर्द
- Blood Disorder
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Stomach Upset
- Nephrotoxic
- Pancreatic inflammation
- Liver Damage
Moderate
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Fluid Retention
- Arrhythimia
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- पेट की गैस
- Epigastric Pain
Diclonice Related Warnings
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Is the use of Diclonice safe for pregnant women?
Diclonice should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
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Is the use of Diclonice safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Diclonice as it bears very minor side effects for them.
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What is the effect of Diclonice on the Kidneys?
Diclonice may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
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What is the effect of Diclonice on the Liver?
Diclonice can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
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What is the effect of Diclonice on the Heart?
Diclonice can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Severe Interaction of Diclonice with Other Drugs
Diclonice should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Diclonice Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diclonice unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Edema
- Stomach Infection
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Kidney Disease
- Skin Rash
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Asthma
- Anemia
- Heart Failure
- Liver Disease
- Peptic Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Diclonice
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Is this Diclonice habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Diclonice has not been reported.
Diclonice Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Diclonice
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Diclonice with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Diclonice
Consuming Diclonice with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Frequently asked Questions about Diclonice
Question about 7 years ago
Is Diclonice an antibiotic?
Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections
Diclonice is a painkiller, not an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat the short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions such as sports injuries, sinusitis, and other ear-nose-throat disorders, dental surgery, bursitis (Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the joints), lower backache, dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation), post-operative pain, osteoarthritis, and fever.
Question about 7 years ago
How long can I safely take Diclonice?
Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Take Diclonice as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Question over 7 years ago
What is Diclonice?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
Diclonice is a brand name of nimesulide. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It has been used primarily for short-lasting painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, sinusitis, and other ear-nose-throat disorders, dental surgery, bursitis (Inflammation of the fluid-filled sac in the joints), lower backache, dysmenorrhoea (painful menstruation), post-operative pain, osteoarthritis and for fever.
Question over 6 years ago
Can Diclonice be used for toothache?
Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician
Ideally Diclonice is not prescribed by a doctor for a toothache. However, in the absence of painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen etc, nimesulide can be taken to get instant relief from tooth pain. Generally, for treating toothache arising due to dental cavities and dental procedures ibuprofen along with antibiotics are recommended by dentists to reduce swelling and pain.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Diclonice cause weight gain?
Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician
No, Diclonice does not cause weight gain because of medication increase in cellular metabolism occur in skeletal muscles (voluntary muscle), due to uncoupling of oxidative phosphorylation (loss of coupling between respiration and ATP (adenosine triphosphate which stores energy) production.
See all substitutes for Diclonice
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- Merisulide Fen Capsule - ₹9
- Nicip D Capsule - ₹26
- Nimifen Capsule - ₹10
- Niresulide Fen Capsule - ₹50
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- Novogesic D Capsule - ₹45
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